Purebred Rex Rabbit from China

Live purebred Rex rabbits imported for their short, plush guard-hair fur used in textiles. Under HTS 0106.14.00.00 for live rabbits, valued in fur farming. Distinct mutation gives uniform fur texture.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Test for Rex gene purity to prevent import of hybrids; common issue with visual-only inspections

Coordinate with USDA Area Veterinarians for state-specific fur rabbit rules

Ship in groups of compatible ages to reduce fighting during transport